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Memphis Light, Gas and Water Division (MLGW) is requesting quotations for tapered 4-inch polyethylene duct plugs (item TC9-TE, NEMA Standard TC 9) for use with Type EB and Type DB underground plastic utility ducts, with quotations due July 28, 2026. This procurement is sheltered exclusively for certified Local Small Businesses (LSBs) headquartered in Shelby County, Tennessee, with gross annual sales below SIC category limits and at least 51 percent ownership and independent control by Memphis Metropolitan Statistical Area residents — vendors not meeting this certification are ineligible to bid.

The scope calls for 59 units of the specified duct plug product. Bidders must identify the manufacturer and catalog number being quoted; if proposing an alternate product, a data sheet is required. Pricing is quoted per-unit basis with all costs inclusive of freight, packaging, labeling, and ancillary charges unless MLGW expressly authorizes otherwise in writing. Shipment is FOB Memphis, Tennessee, prepaid and allowed, with delivery to the NC03 SR 85 Ship Receive location at 1060 Tupelo Street, Memphis. The need-by date is August 14, 2026.

Bidders must submit responses using MLGW's prescribed bid forms and include a copy of their LSB certification and a completed signature page with Foreign Adversary Certification. Payment terms allow a minimum of 30 days for invoice processing. The contract is governed by Tennessee law with dispute resolution in Shelby County courts. MLGW reserves the right to cancel the order without cause prior to shipment, terminate for default or cause, and conduct audits of associated records for three years post-payment. Lead time is noted as critical to the procurement.